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Welcome to the Northumberland County Historical Society website. We are located just off the Courthouse Square of Heathsville, VA in Northumberland County. You are invited to browse our website and learn more about the heritage of those who came before us and to become a part of the future of Northumberland County.

MISSION:

The Society exists to preserve the history and genealogy of the people and events of Northumberland County, VA, the "Mother County" of the Northern Neck of Virginia, and to educate the public in this history.

THE BULLETIN:

Published since 1964, The Bulletin of the Northumberland County Historical Society is well known both locally and nationally. The Bulletin contains original articles on the people, places, and events of Northumberland County and the Northern Neck of VA, chronicling our history since the seventeenth century. Copies of all issues since 1964 may be purchased by calling or e-mailing the Society during business hours.

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY SURNAME INDEX

View our index of commonly searched surnames

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Our Library and Museum are currently open Wednesday-Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Other hours may be available by appointment.

BOOKS FOR SALE:

Click here for a list of books and journals that can be purchased from the Northumberland County Historical Society.

MEMBERSHIP:

The Northumberland County Historical Society invites you to become a member of our society. Click here to apply!